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The trial balance of Zephyr Services LLP balanced perfectly. However, it was later discovered that a purchase of equipment costing £25,000 was entered into the repairs and maintenance account. What type of error has occurred?
- A.Error of Omission
- B.Error of Commission
- C.Error of Principle
- D.Error of Reversal
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Core Concept: The Six Types of Accounting Errors There are six classic types of bookkeeping errors. Some cause the trial balance to disagree; others do not. This question tests recognition of errors that *hide* behind a balanced trial balance - meaning both sides are still equal, but the accounting treatment is fundamentally wrong. Step-by-Step Resolution: 1. Analyse the Error: Equipment (a non-current asset / capital expenditure) was posted to Repairs & Maintenance (a revenue expense accou
A retail store, Solar Energy plc, purchased inventories for a gross total of £15,000 inclusive of standard-rate VAT at 20%. What are the net purchase cost and the input VAT amount recoverable by Solar Energy plc?
- A.Net Cost: £12,500, VAT Recoverable: £2,500
- B.Net Cost: £15,000, VAT Recoverable: £3,000
- C.Net Cost: £12,000, VAT Recoverable: £3,000
- D.Net Cost: £12,500, VAT Recoverable: £0 (VAT is non-recoverable on inventories)
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Core Concept: Extracting VAT from a VAT-Inclusive (Gross) Price When a price is VAT-inclusive, you must use the VAT fraction to extract the tax element. You cannot simply multiply the gross price by 20% - that would over-calculate the VAT because you would be applying the rate to an amount that already contains VAT. Step-by-Step Resolution: 1. Identify the Problem: The gross (VAT-inclusive) price is £15,000. Standard rate VAT = 20%. 2. Apply the VAT Fraction: Net = Gross ÷ (1 + VAT rate) = £15,
Before correcting the year-end errors, the draft profit of Aura Goods Ltd was £120,000. An error was discovered: Closing inventory was overstated by £1,800. What is the revised profit after correcting this error?
- A.£121,800
- B.£118,200
- C.£120,000 (no effect on profit)
- D.£116,400
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Core Concept: Impact of Inventory Errors on Profit The relationship between inventory and profit is one of the most important concepts in financial accounting. Closing inventory is deducted from Cost of Sales. If closing inventory is overstated, Cost of Sales is *understated*, which means Gross Profit is *overstated*. Correcting the overstatement increases COGS and reduces profit. Step-by-Step Resolution: 1. Recall the COGS Formula: Cost of Sales = Opening Inventory + Purchases Closing Invent
For the last quarter, Summit Manufacturing Ltd had net credit sales of £42,000 (excluding VAT). Gross purchases inclusive of 20% VAT were £25,200. What is the net VAT amount payable to (or reclaimable from) the tax authority?
- A.£4,200 Payable
- B.£4,200 Reclaimable
- C.£8,400 Payable
- D.£3,360 Payable
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Core Concept: VAT Return - Output VAT vs. Input VAT A VAT-registered business acts as a tax collector for HMRC. It charges Output VAT on sales and reclaims Input VAT on purchases. The *net VAT payable* is the difference: Output VAT Input VAT. Step-by-Step Resolution: 1. Calculate Output VAT (tax charged to customers on sales): - Sales are NET (exc. VAT): £42,000 × 20% = £8,400 2. Calculate Input VAT (tax paid to suppliers on purchases): - Purchases are GROSS (inc. VAT): use VAT fraction
A retail store, Solar Energy plc, purchased inventories for a gross total of £7,200 inclusive of standard-rate VAT at 20%. What are the net purchase cost and the input VAT amount recoverable by Solar Energy plc?
- A.Net Cost: £6,000, VAT Recoverable: £1,200
- B.Net Cost: £7,200, VAT Recoverable: £1,440
- C.Net Cost: £5,760, VAT Recoverable: £1,440
- D.Net Cost: £6,000, VAT Recoverable: £0 (VAT is non-recoverable on inventories)
✓ Worked Explanation
Core Concept: Extracting VAT from a VAT-Inclusive (Gross) Price When a price is VAT-inclusive, you must use the VAT fraction to extract the tax element. You cannot simply multiply the gross price by 20% - that would over-calculate the VAT because you would be applying the rate to an amount that already contains VAT. Step-by-Step Resolution: 1. Identify the Problem: The gross (VAT-inclusive) price is £7,200. Standard rate VAT = 20%. 2. Apply the VAT Fraction: Net = Gross ÷ (1 + VAT rate) = £7,20
An entity purchased a machine on 1 January Year 1 for £82,500. The residual value of the machine is estimated to be £8,250 with an estimated useful life of 4 years. The entity uses the straight-line method of depreciation. What is the carrying value (net book value) of the machine on 31 December Year 2?
- A.£63,938
- B.£45,376
- C.£37,126
- D.£55,688
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Core Concept: Straight-Line Depreciation The straight-line method spreads the depreciable amount (Cost Residual Value) equally over the asset's useful life. The same charge is recognised in *every* period. After 2 complete years, two annual depreciation charges are deducted from the original cost. Step-by-Step Resolution: 1. Calculate Annual Depreciation: (Cost Residual Value) ÷ Useful Life = (£82,500 £8,250) ÷ 4 years = £18,562 per year 2. Calculate Accumulated Depreciation at 31 Dec
For the last quarter, Meridian Distributors Ltd had net credit sales of £84,000 (excluding VAT). Gross purchases inclusive of 20% VAT were £50,400. What is the net VAT amount payable to (or reclaimable from) the tax authority?
- A.£8,400 Payable
- B.£8,400 Reclaimable
- C.£16,800 Payable
- D.£6,720 Payable
✓ Worked Explanation
Core Concept: VAT Return - Output VAT vs. Input VAT A VAT-registered business acts as a tax collector for HMRC. It charges Output VAT on sales and reclaims Input VAT on purchases. The *net VAT payable* is the difference: Output VAT Input VAT. Step-by-Step Resolution: 1. Calculate Output VAT (tax charged to customers on sales): - Sales are NET (exc. VAT): £84,000 × 20% = £16,800 2. Calculate Input VAT (tax paid to suppliers on purchases): - Purchases are GROSS (inc. VAT): use VAT fractio
The sole trader of Omega Foodstuffs plc took goods costing £4,200 from the business for personal use. These goods had a selling price of £6,300. What is the correct double entry to record this transaction?
- A.Debit Drawings £4,200, Credit Purchases £4,200
- B.Debit Drawings £6,300, Credit Revenue £6,300
- C.Debit Purchases £4,200, Credit Drawings £4,200
- D.Debit Inventory £4,200, Credit Drawings £4,200
✓ Worked Explanation
Core Concept: Owner's Drawings of Inventory at Cost When a sole trader takes goods from the business for personal use, this is treated as drawings - a withdrawal of capital by the owner. The key rule is that drawings of goods are always valued at cost price, never at selling price. Step-by-Step Resolution: 1. Identify the Economic Event: The owner has taken goods worth £4,200 (cost) for personal use. This is a capital withdrawal. 2. Choose the Correct Value: Goods are recorded at cost (£4,200),
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